Pan Roasted Chicken with Spiced Honey

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Pan Roasted Chicken with Spiced Honey, a perfect blend of crispy, golden-brown chicken thighs and a luscious, zesty glaze. This flavorful dish combines smoky paprika, earthy cumin, and a touch of heat from red pepper flakes, all balanced by the natural sweetness of honey and a splash of tangy lemon juice. The chicken is first seared to perfection in an oven-safe skillet, locking in its juices, and then roasted until tender and juicy. Finished with a rich, buttery spiced honey glaze, this recipe creates a symphony of sweet, savory, and slightly spicy flavors that will leave everyone reaching for seconds. Ready in just 45 minutes, it's an easy yet stunning dinner idea that's perfect for both casual meals and special occasions. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with a side of greens or fluffy rice to complete this mouthwatering meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, ground cumin, and garlic powder.

Step 3

Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.

Step 4

Place the chicken thighs skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until the skin is golden brown and crispy. Do not move the chicken during this time to ensure browning.

Step 5

Flip the chicken thighs over and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 6

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 7

While the chicken is baking, prepare the spiced honey sauce. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter.

Step 8

Stir in the honey, red pepper flakes, and lemon juice. Simmer for 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 9

Once the chicken is cooked, remove the skillet from the oven and return it to the stovetop over low heat.

Step 10

Pour the spiced honey glaze over the chicken thighs, flipping them gently to coat each piece evenly.

Step 11

Let the chicken simmer in the glaze for 1-2 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(751.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2060.4

Total Fat 156.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 548mg	0%
Sodium 2868.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g	0%
Total Sugars 52.5g
Protein 110.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 121.3mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 1566.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.4%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 11.4%